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Diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz gain momentum as US officials signal potential agreement soon.
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Heavy rains in Sri Lanka's central highlands have caused deadly mudslides and floods, damaging homes and forcing thousands to evacuate.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 11:52 PM
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Negotiations aim to establish safe shipping lanes through the strategic waterway amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 9:42 PM
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Senior US officials announce progress in negotiations with Iran to resume shipments through the strategic waterway, easing supply concerns and lowering oil prices.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 8:10 PM
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Despite ongoing negotiations, Iran continues to boost its military strength, retaining significant missile and drone stockpiles and preparing for potential renewed conflict with the United States.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 7:09 PM
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President Donald Trump calls on Iran to finalize a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address its nuclear program, while Tehran denies formal negotiations with the U.S.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 4:47 PM
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Pakistan has extended invitations to top Iranian negotiators as regional efforts to mediate the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran face challenges.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 1:59 PM
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A trade vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was hit by an unknown projectile as diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran continue.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 1:58 PM
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A cargo vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz as US and Iran prepare for new talks to end ongoing conflict.
Africanews | Aug 4, 2026, 11:49 AM
politics
President Donald Trump and Iran dispute the status of negotiations on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while a cargo vessel attack near the strait heightens tensions.
NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 11:48 AM
politics
President Trump seeks a new agreement with Iran, but Tehran denies resuming talks with the U.S. and pursues a bilateral deal with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 10:24 AM
world
Oil prices rose slightly on August 4th after a sharp decline, as diplomatic talks to resolve the US-Iran war remain uncertain and supply risks persist in the Middle East.
CNA Latest News | Aug 4, 2026, 2:14 AM
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US President Donald Trump claims negotiations with Iran are ongoing, while Tehran denies direct talks with Washington amid the ongoing conflict.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 12:11 AM
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US President Donald Trump says negotiations with Iran continue, focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and denuclearization, while Iran denies talks with Washington.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 11:38 PM
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US President Donald Trump announced fresh negotiations with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limiting Iran's nuclear program, warning Tehran of severe consequences if no deal is reached.
Euronews | Aug 3, 2026, 9:55 PM
politics
After escalating tensions and warnings of war, President Donald Trump announced a cancellation of planned attacks on Iran following an agreement on deal parameters, while regional preparations for conflict continue.
Reason | Aug 3, 2026, 6:51 PM![Michael Richard "Mike" Pence (born June 7, 1959) is an American politician and lawyer and the 48th Vice President of the United States. He previously served as the 50th Governor of Indiana from 2013 to 2017. Born and raised in Columbus, Indiana, Pence graduated from Hanover College and earned a law degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law before entering private practice. After losing two bids for a U.S. congressional seat in 1988 and 1990, he became a conservative radio and television talk show host from 1994 to 1999. Pence was elected to the United States Congress in 2000 and represented Indiana's 2nd congressional district and Indiana's 6th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 2001 to 2013. He served as the chairman of the House Republican Conference from 2009 to 2011. Pence positioned himself as a principled ideologue and supporter of the Tea Party movement, noting he was "a Christian, a conservative, and a Republican, in that order." Upon becoming Governor of Indiana in January 2013, Pence initiated the largest tax cut in Indiana's history, pushed for more funding for education initiatives, and continued to increase the state's budget surplus. Pence signed bills intended to restrict abortions, including one that prohibited abortions if the reason for the procedure was the fetus's race, gender, or disability. Pence stirred several high-profile controversies, including with his signature of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, for which he encountered fierce resistance from moderate members of his party, the business community, and LGBT advocates. He later signed an additional bill acting as an amendment intended to protect LGBT people. On November 8, 2016, Pence was elected as Vice President, after he dropped out of his gubernatorial re-election campaign in July to become the vice presidential running mate for Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who went on to win the presidential election. The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC; /ˈsiːpæk/ see-pak) is an annual political conference attended by conservative activists and elected officials from across the United States. CPAC is hosted by the American Conservative Union (ACU). More than 100 other organizations contribute in various ways. In 2011, ACU took CPAC on the road with its first Regional CPAC in Orlando, Florida. Since then ACU has hosted regional CPACs in Chicago, Denver, St. Louis, and San Diego. Political front runners take the stage at this convention. Speakers have included Ronald Reagan,[2][3][4] George W. Bush,[5] Dick Cheney,[6] Pat Buchanan,[7] Karl Rove, Newt Gingrich,[5] Sarah Palin, Ron Paul,[8] Mitt Romney,[5] Tony Snow,[5] Glenn Beck,[9] Rush Limbaugh,[10] Ann Coulter,[6] Allen West,[11] Michele Bachmann,[12] Laura Ingraham, Sean Hannity, Donald Trump,[13] Gary Johnson, Mike Pence, Jeanine Pirro, Betsy DeVos, and other conservative public figures. CPAC #CPAC2017 #MikePence](/assets/images/2026-08-03T17-50-15-742Z-mike-pence-urges-u-s-and-israeli-forces-to-finish-the-job-in-iran-wikimedia-480.webp)
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Former Vice President Mike Pence calls for an escalation in military action against Iran, supporting President Donald Trump's approach amid ongoing regional strikes and resumed negotiations.
Daily Caller | Aug 3, 2026, 5:50 PM
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As US President Donald Trump alternates between threats of war and talks with Iran, many Iranians adopt a cautious stance to cope with ongoing tensions.
Al Jazeera | Aug 3, 2026, 5:26 PM
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Recent attacks on vessels in the Red Sea have heightened risks for oil shipping routes, compounding challenges caused by the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 5:03 PM
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US President Donald Trump insists the US blockade on Iran will persist until Iran agrees to a deal or surrenders, amid Iran's negotiations with Oman over shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Deutsche Welle | Aug 3, 2026, 5:02 PM
politics
Iran refutes President Trump's claim of direct talks with the U.S., emphasizing ongoing discussions with Oman to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 4:15 PM
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Iranian officials reject U.S. President Trump's assertion of imminent negotiations, maintaining no direct talks are underway regarding control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Washington Times News | Aug 3, 2026, 2:37 PM
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Despite US President Donald Trump’s claim that negotiations with Iran are ongoing, Tehran denies any planned talks and states it is engaging with Oman instead.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 1:50 PM
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US President Donald Trump announces upcoming talks with Iran and calls off an imminent attack, while Iran moves toward a new shipping route agreement with Oman through the Strait of Hormuz.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 12:22 PM